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Food and drink across East Anglia
The East of England is a region where flavour feels close to the source. Fertile countryside, a long coastline and a strong community of growers, makers and chefs shape a food scene that’s both high quality and down to earth. Expect seasonal menus, great pubs, independent cafés and restaurants that make the most of what’s local, plus street food and markets for more casual bites. Seafood plays its part too, with coastal classics and ingredients that arrive fresh, alongside inland specialities from farms, dairies and small producers. If you like browsing, farmers’ markets and food festivals offer a chance to meet the people behind what you’re eating and stock up on things you’ll wish you’d taken home more of. Drinks are equally strong, with microbreweries, cider producers, distilleries and a growing number of vineyards offering tastings and relaxed days out. You’ll also find low and no options becoming more common, from kombucha to thoughtfully made soft drinks. Whether you plan a food-led escape or just want to eat well between adventures, this is a region that consistently delivers.
Top Eat + Drink Attractions
Snape Maltings
Located on the Suffolk coast, Snape Maltings is one of the world's leading centres of music and a… Located on the Suffolk coast, Snape Maltings is one of the world's leading centres of music…
Snape Maltings
Located on the Suffolk coast, Snape Maltings is one of the world's leading centres of music and a…
Ickworth Estate – National Trust
An Italianate Palace in the heart of Suffolk. With over 1800 acres of parkland, gardens and brand… An Italianate Palace in the heart of Suffolk. With over 1800 acres of parkland, gardens and…
Ickworth Estate – National Trust
An Italianate Palace in the heart of Suffolk. With over 1800 acres of parkland, gardens and brand…
Wroxham Barns
Wroxham Barns is an award-winning, charming destination for families and visitors of all ages,… Wroxham Barns is an award-winning, charming destination for families and visitors of all ages,…
Wroxham Barns
Wroxham Barns is an award-winning, charming destination for families and visitors of all ages,…
East Point Pavilion
Enjoy fantastic food, grab a drink and take in the sea views at Lowestoft's latest good times spot. Enjoy fantastic food, grab a drink and take in the sea views at Lowestoft's latest good times…
East Point Pavilion
Enjoy fantastic food, grab a drink and take in the sea views at Lowestoft's latest good times spot.
Eat + Drink Events
Breakfast Club with Live Jazz
Date: 12th Apr - 22nd Nov 2026
Start your Sunday morning on a smooth note with the soulful tunes of our resident jazz band. Start your Sunday morning on a smooth note with the soulful tunes of our resident jazz band.
Date: 5th Sept - 6th Sept 2026
Popping up for the weekend in the Walled Garden, the much loved North Norfolk Food and Drink… Popping up for the weekend in the Walled Garden, the much loved North Norfolk Food and Drink…
Feast in the Park
Date: 29th Aug - 31st Aug 2026
From seafood to sweet treats, burritos to burgers, Holkham is looking forward to welcoming back… From seafood to sweet treats, burritos to burgers, Holkham is looking forward to welcoming…
Feast in the Park
Date: 22nd Aug - 23rd Aug 2026
From seafood to sweet treats, burritos to burgers, Holkham is looking forward to welcoming back… From seafood to sweet treats, burritos to burgers, Holkham is looking forward to welcoming…
Eat + Drink Businesses
The Crown in Stoke by Nayland
Welcome to our traditional village pub with rooms situated in the heart of Constable country,… Welcome to our traditional village pub with rooms situated in the heart of Constable country,…
The Crown in Stoke by Nayland
Welcome to our traditional village pub with rooms situated in the heart of Constable country,…
The Chequers
The Chequers is all about simple pleasures and a warm welcome -your go-to for food, friends, and a… The Chequers is all about simple pleasures and a warm welcome -your go-to for food, friends,…
The Chequers
The Chequers is all about simple pleasures and a warm welcome -your go-to for food, friends, and a…
The Crown at Woodbridge
The Crown at Woodbridge brings a fresh feel to all that is great about escaping to the country,… The Crown at Woodbridge brings a fresh feel to all that is great about escaping to the…
The Crown at Woodbridge
The Crown at Woodbridge brings a fresh feel to all that is great about escaping to the country,…
The Carpenters Arms
Serving the community for 250 years, The Carpenters Arms has a long tradition of genuine… Serving the community for 250 years, The Carpenters Arms has a long tradition of genuine…
The Carpenters Arms
Serving the community for 250 years, The Carpenters Arms has a long tradition of genuine…
Top Eat + Drink Itineraries
Voted The Sunday Times' Best Place to Live 2026, the city of Norwich in Norfolk, with its medieval… Voted The Sunday Times' Best Place to Live 2026, the city of Norwich in Norfolk, with its…
If you're looking to escape the hustle and bustle of a city, then the Suffolk Coast is the perfect… If you're looking to escape the hustle and bustle of a city, then the Suffolk Coast is the…
Relax in stunning rolling countryside that's punctuated with beautiful villages and well-preserved… Relax in stunning rolling countryside that's punctuated with beautiful villages and…
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The Gunton Arms
The Gunton Arms is a traditional pub with bedrooms in an extensive historic park near Cromer in… The Gunton Arms is a traditional pub with bedrooms in an extensive historic park near Cromer…
The Gunton Arms
The Gunton Arms is a traditional pub with bedrooms in an extensive historic park near Cromer in…
Woodforde's Brewery Tours
Discover how we brew your favourite beers, with a Woodforde's Brewery Tour. Discover how we brew your favourite beers, with a Woodforde's Brewery Tour.
Woodforde's Brewery Tours
Discover how we brew your favourite beers, with a Woodforde's Brewery Tour.
The Victoria
The Victoria is ideally situated just a few minutes walk from the beautiful Holkham Beach and at… The Victoria is ideally situated just a few minutes walk from the beautiful Holkham Beach and…
The Victoria
The Victoria is ideally situated just a few minutes walk from the beautiful Holkham Beach and at…
Date: 12th Jul - 12th Jul 2026
Start the weekend with a fresh ‘Farm to Fork’ breakfast and be entertained by the soothing sound of… Start the weekend with a fresh ‘Farm to Fork’ breakfast and be entertained by the soothing…
Breakfast in the Barn: Jazz July
Date: 12th Jul - 12th Jul 2026
Expiry Date: 12th Jul 2026
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